Fashion Sakala has called out the 'endless booing and vicious insults' he faced while on international duty for Zambia.
The Rangers winger featured for his country in a triumphant double-header over Lesotho this month but branded the experience as the 'worst of my entire career.
Sakala revealed he was personally targeted by supporters of his own national team over his style of play.
The 26-year-old shared an emotionally charged Instagram post calling out the abuse after the latest camp - where he netted in the first outing against Lesotho.
But, Sakala hammered supporters over the 'brutal abuse' during the second match on March 26, which was played in South Africa.
He revealed he was abused by supporters before the match had kicked off.
But Sakala went on to insist he remains filled with pride to represent his country as he thanked his family, team-mates and the national team backroom staff for their support despite his negative experience.
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Sakala wrote on his personal social media page: "Being called for National Team games has and will always be an honour to me. However this time it has been very difficult and by far the worst experience of my entire career.
"Over the years I have endured the pain of being insulted endlessly by the Zambian fans for my style of playing, game after game. The game we had in South Africa on the 26th March 2023 was no different as I was brutally insulted, being called selfish etc by Zambian fans at the Stadium before the game started.
"I am a winger. I am highly trained to dribble, cause threats to opponents and have as many touches as it profits the team to have more chances and I believe that’s why I have been playing successfully in Europe for 7 years .
"I have no doubt that my performances in Europe contribute immensely in the decisions that grant me being called for National team games and to add value to the squad.
"I am very disappointed in the Zambian fans for the vicious insults and endlessly booing directed to me, when I have done nothing but show hard work, sacrifice, dedication and commitment to win games for my country.
"I appreciate the support I’m receiving from my family,National team coach, the entire management, my team mates and all the fans that has shown me love and support.
"I will continue to wear my national team jersey with pride because Zambia represent unity."
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